Argentina
Ushuaia
Welcome to Ushuaia, Argentina! Tucked between snowy mountains and the Beagle Channel at the very tip of South America, this is the southernmost city on the planet and the last stop before Antarctica.
Why is it famous?
Ushuaia is nicknamed "El Fin del Mundo," or "The End of the World," because it is the southernmost city on Earth.
It is the main gateway for ships and explorers heading to Antarctica, the icy continent far to the south.
How was it built?
Ushuaia grew up along a narrow strip of land squeezed between the Martial Mountains and the Beagle Channel.
It started as a small settlement and later a remote prison town before growing into the busy port city it is today.
Amazing facts
Ushuaia sits at the southern tip of Tierra del Fuego, an island shared by Argentina and Chile.
Most cruises heading to Antarctica depart from Ushuaia's harbor, making it a true launching point for polar adventures.
Quick facts
- Ushuaia sits at the southern tip of Tierra del Fuego, an island shared by Argentina and Chile.
- Most cruises heading to Antarctica depart from Ushuaia's harbor, making it a true launching point for polar adventures.
- The nearby Tierra del Fuego National Park has forests, mountains, and coastline all in one place.
- Even though it is far south, Ushuaia has a lively town with shops, ski slopes, and mountain trails.